Who is our top ranked provider in Loveland CO? [Updated]

Loveland, Colorado Broadband Internet Service

Loveland, CO has a total of 5 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 5 internet service options in Loveland. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Loveland is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	98.9%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	62.9%
3	Rise Broadband	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Loveland CO Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Loveland have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Loveland compare to Larimer County? The average speed in Loveland is 34.46 Mbps which is faster than Larimer County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Colorado average of 27.69 Mbps.

Loveland Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Loveland is 30.4% faster than the Larimer County average and 6.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Loveland is 8.68 Mbps. This is 5.3% faster than the Larimer County average and 25.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 85.3% of Larimer County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 30.0% of Larimer County residents
The average internet download speed in Larimer County is 26.42 Mbps based upon 947792 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Loveland is 24.4% faster than the average in Colorado and 6.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Loveland residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Xfinity as the top provider for Loveland, Colorado.

Who has the fastest internet service in Loveland?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Loveland.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Loveland, Colorado?

The following zip codes were used: 80534, 80537, 80538 and 80539

How do the internet speeds in Loveland compare to other cities in Colorado?

Click through to see how the Loveland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Alamosa, Dove Valley, Fruita, Hayden, Johnstown, Minturn, Pierce

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Loveland - CenturyLink.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Loveland, Colorado?

Rise Broadband provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Loveland.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

Loveland Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.